HR Practitioner: Recruitment

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring a HR Practitioner: Recruitment in HR Administration and Utilization, based in National Head Office. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Reference number to quote: HO 2026/11/81 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Responsibilities

• Implement the HR provisioning policies.
• Compile and prepare recruitment and selection memoranda in accordance with HR recruitment and selection procedures.
• Forward relevant documentation to Security Standards for vetting and clearance processes.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements, including travel, accommodation, venues and catering services.
• Ensure effective document management, filing and safekeeping of recruitment and selection records.
• Management of resources.
• Management of performance information.

Requirements

• Recognized Degree/National Diploma in Human Resource or relevant qualification.
• 1-2 years’ experience in the recruitment and selection environment.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Financial management, problem solving and decision-making
• Plan, organise, lead and control
• Change management
• Team leadership
• Project management, presentation, conflict management, report writing, training and development, facilitation and training skills
• Time management
• Confidentiality
• Coaching and mentoring
• Understanding of Public service policies and legislative frameworks
• Service delivery and client orientation
• Integrity and honest
• Assertiveness
• Ability to network
• Influence and impact
• Applied strategic thinking
• Willingness to travel